Community engagement strategies to promote recruitment and participation in clinical research among rural communities: A narrative review

Brockman, Tabetha A.; Shaw, Olivia; Wiepert, Liana; Nguyen, Quang; Kelpin, Sydney S.; West, Ian; Albertie, Monica; Williams, Shantel; Abbenyi, Adeline; Stephenson, Noreen; Almader‐Douglas, Diana; Patten, Christi A.

doi:10.1017/cts.2023.16

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“…The participants' comments also highlight the sporadic nature of access to community engagement opportunities, echoing the findings of Godonoga and Sporn (2023), who discuss the role of personal networks and chance in accessing community partnerships. Additionally, the bureaucratic processes and challenges in aligning research efforts with community needs resonate with the findings of Brockman et al (2023), who emphasise the barriers to effective community engagement in rural settings, including limited resources and communication channels. Overall, the participants' views underscore the importance of universities streamlining processes, enhancing communication, and building strong, collaborative relationships with local communities to maximise the impact of research on rural development.…”

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A model to reconstruct lecturer dilemma in balancing research and teaching responsibilities: A case of one rural university in South Africa

Tsotetsi,

Onaolapo

2024

IJRCS

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In this empirical study, we explore the challenges faced by lecturers at a rurally located university in South Africa as they try to balance the demands of research and teaching. Universities in rural areas play a crucial role in providing higher education access to underprivileged communities and promoting regional development. Our study is based on role theory, which emphasises the intended and unintended purposes of lecturer roles in society. Through a qualitative study of six lecturers, we examine the various issues they encounter when managing research and teaching commitments. We adopt a case study design within an interpretive paradigm. Semi-structured interviews were conducted with six new lecturers from the university to understand their personal experiences and perspectives on the tension between research and teaching, as well as the potential consequences for their research productivity. We use thematic analysis to analyse the collected data. The findings reveal that the participants at the university struggle to balance the demands of research and teaching, encountering various challenges in the process. These challenges include a lack of funding for research, limited research resources and facilities, and an overwhelming teaching workload. Based on the findings, the study suggests solutions and strategies to guide university administrators, policymakers, and lecturers in navigating this challenging landscape and fostering a supportive environment that values research and teaching contributions. This study contributes to the knowledge by proposing a model that lecturers can follow to balance their work roles.

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A model to reconstruct lecturer dilemma in balancing research and teaching responsibilities: A case of one rural university in South Africa

Tsotetsi,

Onaolapo

2024

IJRCS

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“…Culturally appropriate interventions: Community engagement allows for developing and implementing interventions sensitive to cultural beliefs, values, and practices. By incorporating community perspectives, interventions can be tailored to overcome cultural barriers and increase acceptance and uptake among diverse populations [ 16 ].…”

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Addressing Cancer Disparities Through Community Engagement: Lessons and Best Practices

Kale¹,

Hirani²,

Vardhan³

et al. 2023

Cureus

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Cancer disparities continue to be a significant public health challenge, disproportionately affecting certain communities in terms of incidence, mortality, and access to quality care. Addressing these disparities requires a multifaceted approach that involves not only healthcare professionals and researchers but also the active participation and collaboration of the affected communities themselves. Community engagement has emerged as a promising strategy to reduce cancer disparities and promote health equity. This review article synthesizes the existing literature and examines the role of community engagement in addressing cancer disparities. It explores various approaches and best practices utilized in community engagement initiatives to empower and involve diverse populations in the fight against cancer. The review discusses key lessons learned from successful programs and identifies challenges faced in implementing such initiatives. The article highlights the importance of cultural competence, trust-building, and meaningful collaboration between stakeholders, including community leaders, healthcare providers, researchers, and policymakers. It emphasizes the significance of tailoring interventions to specific community needs, acknowledging cultural differences, and fostering a two-way exchange of knowledge and resources. Moreover, this review investigates the impact of community engagement on cancer prevention, early detection, treatment adherence, and survivorship outcomes. It sheds light on the role of community-based participatory research and other innovative strategies in generating evidence and facilitating the translation of research findings into real-world interventions. In conclusion, this review underlines the potential of community engagement in addressing cancer disparities and promoting health equity. By involving communities as active partners in cancer control efforts, healthcare systems can design more effective and sustainable interventions. This approach not only contributes to reducing cancer disparities but also fosters a sense of ownership and empowerment within the communities affected, paving the way for a more equitable and inclusive healthcare landscape.

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“…Community Engagement and Involvement (CEI) contributes to the success of research by improving patient recruitment and participation and by establishing a relationship of trust and partnership between the researcher and the target populations [1]. A range of methods can be used to achieve this, and they must be in line with a minimum set of standards [2].…”

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Community consultation in a regional hospital in the Republic of Benin to co-develop the PUMA randomised trial

Lawani,

IMOROU SOUAIBOU,

GNELE

et al. 2024

Impact Surgery

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A range of methods can be used for Community Engagement and Involvement (CEI). The Benin Hub of the National Institute for Health Research Global Health Research Unit on Global Surgery organised a CEI consultation to assess, with patients and nursing staff, the level of understanding of the key concepts, their acceptability, their appreciation of the timeline and expected outcomes of a new randomised controlled trial, which aims to improve outcomes for anaemic patients undergoing major abdominal surgery.

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Community engagement strategies to promote recruitment and participation in clinical research among rural communities: A narrative review

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Cited by 8 publications

References 76 publications

A model to reconstruct lecturer dilemma in balancing research and teaching responsibilities: A case of one rural university in South Africa

A model to reconstruct lecturer dilemma in balancing research and teaching responsibilities: A case of one rural university in South Africa

Addressing Cancer Disparities Through Community Engagement: Lessons and Best Practices

Community consultation in a regional hospital in the Republic of Benin to co-develop the PUMA randomised trial

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